Summary

Dr. Rita Ritsema specializes in gastroenterology and internal medicine, bringing over four decades of medical expertise to her practice. She earned her medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. With 43 years of experience treating digestive and internal medicine conditions, Dr. Ritsema has developed extensive knowledge in managing complex gastrointestinal disorders. She provides care in English for patients seeking comprehensive digestive health services.

Dr. Ritsema practices at Bryn Mawr Medical Specialists Gastroenterology in Havertown, Pennsylvania. She focuses on treating conditions such as colon polyps, ulcerative colitis, and GERD. Her procedural expertise includes performing pathology tests and surgical pathology evaluations to help diagnose and monitor various conditions. Patients have given Dr. Ritsema an average rating of 3.5 on Vitals, reflecting their experiences with her gastroenterology care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.5
  • 43 years of experience
  • 16 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Bryn Mawr Medical Specialists Gastroenterology

510 Darby Rd Ste 203Havertown, PA 19083
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Rita Lorraine Ritsema, MDDr. Steven Lichtenstein, DODr. Dhruvan N. Patel, MDDr. Minhhuyen T. Nguyen
GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.5 
3.6 
43 Years of Experience 39 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, Italian
Havertown , PADarby , PADarby , PAPhiladelphia , PA
Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine Med School: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Medical College Baroda (India) Med School: Harvard Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Rita Lorraine Ritsema

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Keystone First
  • Keystone First - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UPMC Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Rita Lorraine Ritsema has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Rita Lorraine Ritsema has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Internal Medicine
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Kidney Dialysis (Renal Dialysis)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

43 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Inactive

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

Medical School

Boston University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1983

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Rita Ritsema accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Rita Ritsema has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Rita Ritsema's office located?
Dr. Rita Ritsema's office is located at 510 Darby Rd Ste 203, Havertown, PA, 19083.
What languages does Dr. Rita Ritsema speak?
Dr. Rita Ritsema speaks English.
Does Dr. Rita Ritsema accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Rita Ritsema accepts on their Vitals profile.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Rita Ritsema?
You can find contact information for Dr. Rita Ritsema here on Vitals.

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